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Joey Porter Jr. on injury, not contract
Cowboys cornerback Joey Porter Jr. says ankle injury keeps him off field, not contract issues.
In brief
Cowboys cornerback Joey Porter Jr. says ankle injury keeps him off field, not contract issues. Joey Porter Jr. confirmed his ankle injury, not contract status, is preventing him from playing for the Cowboys. Originally reported by NBC Sports.
Porter out of practice
Cowboys cornerback Joey Porter Jr. remained out of practice on Thursday.
Injury as sole reason
Porter said his ankle injury is the only reason he isn’t on the field.
Contract narrative
Porter denied that his lack of a contract extension is keeping him off the field.
Porter's response
Porter said he doesn’t pay attention to internet narratives about his contract situation.
Goal to play
Porter stated his goal is to win games and play football, not contract negotiations.
Recent trade
Porter joined the Cowboys in a late September trade with the Steelers.
The bottom line
Joey Porter Jr. confirmed his ankle injury, not contract status, is preventing him from playing for the Cowboys.
